Rainbow Tahini Lemon Salad
Salads

Rainbow Tahini Lemon Salad

A colorful and nutritious salad blending crunchy, vibrant vegetables: carrots, beets, bell peppers, cabbage, and arugula. Features a generous portion of roasted chickpeas and pumpkin seeds for extra crunch. Drizzled with a creamy tahini, lemon, and garlic dressing, it is perfect for a light and delicious lunch.

Prep⏱️ 20 min
Servings👥 4 servings
Difficulty📊 Very Easy
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🛒 Ingredients

4 servings

4
  • 7 oz grated carrots
  • 5.3 oz cooked grated beets
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 3.5 oz shredded red cabbage
  • 5.3 oz fresh arugula
  • 7 oz cooked chickpeas
  • 1.8 oz pumpkin seeds
  • 3 tbsp tahini
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Warm water (2-3 tbsp)

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Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare all the vegetables: grate the carrots and beets, slice the bell peppers, and shred the red cabbage.

  2. 2

    Rinse and drain the chickpeas. Toss them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Prepare the dressing: whisk the tahini with the lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and warm water until smooth and creamy.

  4. 4

    Arrange the arugula as a base in a large salad bowl or on individual plates.

  5. 5

    Add the carrots, beets, bell peppers, and cabbage, arranging them to create a visual rainbow.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle the chickpeas and pumpkin seeds over the top.

  7. 7

    Drizzle generously with the tahini-lemon dressing and toss before serving.

💡 Chef's Tip

Prepare the dressing a few minutes before serving to keep it smooth. You can add fresh herbs like mint or cilantro for extra flavor. Also excellent with toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds.